A Kenmore washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near The Dalles work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, The Dalles OR
Within 60 miles of The Dalles there are 11 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in The Dalles, and other nearby bases include Camas (3), Troutdale (2), and Hood River (1). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions Kenmore by name. Affordable Appliance Services LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from The Dalles. Across 9 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. The Dalles is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.7, 17.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 11 |
First up for The Dalles: Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliance Services LLC (0.4 miles away, 4.2 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.6 miles away, based in Hood River, 4.3 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Honest Repair LLC (55.2 miles away, based in Sandy, 4.7 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
Some top load models use an adaptive motor that adjusts its power to each load. Source: Kenmore - Life Your Way Loves Kenmore Top Load Laundry
Select models include Deep Fill or water level control, which raises or lowers the fill level beyond the automatic setting. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- Check the hoses behind the washer regularly for cracks, bulges or drips, and replace them about every five years. Source: Kenmore - Appliance Maintenance Tips to Help Maximize Efficiency
- Smart models alert the owner when it is time to run the washer cleaning cycle. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
Around The Dalles
Most washer calls in The Dalles come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in The Dalles
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: The Dalles, OR
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Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps The Dalles technician bring the right parts.